16 WTF Work Mistakes to Avoid Like the Plague

From milennials texting through job interviews to Mark Zuckerberg rocking hoodies at the office, it's hard to know what might be acceptable work behavior these days. Still, the higher-ups we talked to agree that certain things are just never okay. You know not to sleep with your boss (right?) or steal office supplies (well, maybe the odd Sharpie). Read these work mistakes, cringe, and learn.

Coming Dressed for the Club

Coming Dressed for the Club

"I had an MBA hire at a Fortune 500 retailer who dressed for work in four-inch stilettos (granted, she was short), skintight pants, and plunging necklines. When it came time to award special projects and promotions, our male CFO wouldn't even entertain her name for consideration. He couldn't believe she had anything more to offer and didn't trust her judgmentshe didn't dress appropriately despite having role models all around her."

Lesson Learned: Invest in Smart Staples

Lesson Learned: Invest in Smart Staples

"In order to move up the corporate ladder, analyze why your boss's attire works for her," says Kristina Moore of the blog Corporate Fashionista. Celebs like Emma Stone and Kerry Washington can serve as inspiration. Watch their morning-show appearances to get officeworthy ideas. Invest in key pieces (like a sophisticated leather handbag), and use an app like Stylebook to plan outfits.